3 Word Lists for August 2023

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From deciphering tricky spellings to embracing the fruity flavours of summer, our August word lists will take you on a high-speed language adventure! Are you ready?

  1. Rulebreakers - the al ending

    While most words use the letters ‘le’ to spell the /Əl/ sound at the end of a word, this month’s tricksy rulebreakers use 'al' instead.

    Brush up on spelling the 'al' ending in Unit 26 - Word endings: -le, and exceptions e.g. -al, -el, -ol.
     
  2. Fruity Words

    From the juicy sweetness of peaches and strawberries to the zesty tang of lemons and limes, this month’s fruity words will no doubt improve your spelling and make your mouth water in equal measure! Embark on a fruity learning adventure and make your summer spelling sizzle.
     
  3. 10 Words for... FAST

    Rev up your vocabulary this summer with our final word list for August! From heart-pounding races to lightning-fast movements, these words will accelerate your spelling skills and make your summer spelling experience electrifying. Buckle up for a wild ride through words!


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